Great Neck Plaza, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-64
Responsibilities of occupants
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Occupants of dwelling units in multiple dwellings, one-family dwellings and two-family dwellings shall be responsible for compliance with the housing standards and requirements in regard to the following: A. Limiting occupancy of that part of the premises which he occupies or controls to the maximum permitted by the housing standards. B. Maintenance of that part of the premises which he occupies or controls in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. C. Maintenance of all plumbing, cooking and refrigeration fixtures and appliances, as well as other building equipment and storage facilities in that part of the premises which he occupies or controls, in a clean and sanitary condition and providing reasonable care in the operation and use thereof. D. Keeping exits from his dwelling unit clear and unencumbered. E. Disposal of garbage and refuse into facilities provided by the owner in a clean and sanitary manner.
Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances ch. 124 § 124-64 places a set of housing-standards responsibilities directly on the people who live in dwelling units, rather than solely on property owners. Occupants are required to keep their portion of the premises clean, safe, and sanitary; avoid overcrowding beyond permitted limits; maintain plumbing, cooking, and refrigeration equipment properly; keep exits clear; and dispose of garbage using the owner-provided facilities. These obligations apply to residents of multiple dwellings, one-family dwellings, and two-family dwellings alike.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 124-64, a compliant property operator generally documents the occupancy limits for each unit and communicates those limits to residents at move-in. Operators typically ensure that adequate refuse facilities are provided and accessible, since the ordinance places the duty of proper disposal on occupants only when such facilities exist. Keeping records of tenant communications about maintenance responsibilities and exit-clearance expectations can support a showing that the operator's obligations under ch. 124 were met.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 124-64 of the Great Neck Plaza Code of Ordinances makes clear that tenants carry direct responsibility for the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety of the areas they occupy or control, including keeping exits unobstructed and using owner-provided garbage facilities properly. Tenants who believe a landlord has failed to provide the required refuse facilities or has otherwise shifted obligations improperly may have grounds to raise those facts with the relevant local code-enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing law can help residents understand how these occupant responsibilities interact with a landlord's parallel duties under the broader housing code.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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